Between the state government’s e-bike bans and the Brisbane City Council’s green grid dreams, it’s a confusing time in Queensland environmentalism, writes Mike O’Connor.
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Northshore Hamilton has a rare opportunity to become something Brisbane has not fully achieved: a dense, employment-connected urban precinct – a place in of itself.
Northshore Hamilton: a test case for Brisbane’s future? Read More »
If you ride an e-bike in Queensland, your bike could be illegal soon. Read why this father-of-three says the Bill must change.
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BEDA’s unstoppable CEO Anthony Ryan wants let people know: “Brisbane’s star is on the rise”.
BEDA’s tireless CEO promotes Brisbane’s brand of welcome Read More »
Some of Australia’s most popular – and youngest – artists have teamed up for a major exhibition showcasing the beauty of Victoria Park / Barrambin.
Artists support Victoria Park protection Read More »
Published March 2025 Brisbane’s Victoria Park is under threat. A place that should be a sanctuary of green space for all is now being eyed as the site for a massive Olympic stadium. If this happens, a crucial piece of our city’s history – and one of our last inner-city green havens – will be
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Published February 2025 The proposal to build stadiums in Victoria Park / Barrambin, creating a heat island effect, noise, pollution and reducing green space will negatively impact on the health and quality of life in our community. It is contrary to BCC policy – “protect and create green space”. Smart cities such as Copenhagen and
How can we escape the urban heat island? Read More »
Published February 2025 With the Brisbane City Council elections in March, and the Queensland state election in October both Central Ward and McConnel re-elected their incumbents Vicki Howard and Grace Grace, ‘elder stateswomen’ who have held their seats for over 10 years now. Village Voice sat down with these two strong women who reflected on
Lifelong resident and McConnel MP believes balance is key Read More »
Published February 2025 Armed with paintbrushes, pastels, and pencils, artists gathered on the hills and hollows of Victoria Park / Barrambin on January 27 to capture its beauty in protest against the idea of building Olympic stadiums there. Artist / former Brisbane City Council Labor Deputy Lord Mayor David Hinchliffe said: “Artists are using their
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Published January 2025 Locals have made a heartfelt plea to the powers that be, saying the future of inner-city green space for our children is at stake if Victoria Park is used for an Olympic and Paralympic stadium. Nearby resident Jessica Spencer takes her young daughter and dog walking in the park regularly and said:
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